Greatest The Handmaid's Tale Characters of All Time
Serena Joy or Aunt Lydia
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Why This Battle Matters
Can you imagine a showdown more intense than Aunt Lydia versus Serena Joy? This GoatWars battle isn't just about choosing favorites; it's about affirming the legacies of two of The Handmaid's Tale's most formidable women. Aunt Lydia, the iron-fisted enforcer, contrasts sharply with Serena Joy, the mastermind of subtle manipulations. What's at stake? It's a battle for cultural dominance, reshaping our understanding of power within the series. Who do you stand with? A vote here is less about preference and more about what kind of resilience and intelligence you value most in Gilead's grim hierarchy.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Aunt Lydia over Serena Joy when it comes to the greatest The Handmaid's Tale Characters of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Aunt Lydia 100.0% of the time over Serena Joy.
Across all battles:
Aunt Lydia win rate: 71.4%
Serena Joy win rate: 54.5%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest 'The Handmaid's Tale' Characters of All Time?
Right now, Moira holds the top spot in the 'Greatest The Handmaid's Tale Characters of All Time' league. You can see the full GOAT List to see how all your favorite characters rank and why fans voted them up or down.
What makes Serena Joy so popular despite trailing in the current matchup?
Serena Joy appeals to fans because of her fascinating evolution. From being one of the architects of Gilead's oppressive regime to showing moments of vulnerability and defiance, her multi-dimensional character keeps fans intrigued and sympathetic towards her journey.
Why is Aunt Lydia winning by so much in the battle against Serena Joy?
Aunt Lydia's total domination in the fan vote might boil down to her complex character in 'The Handmaid's Tale.' Fans love to explore her layers—going from outright terrifying to sometimes unexpectedly compassionate. It's this complexity that hooks viewers, giving her such a commanding lead.